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Is DEFINITIVE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, DEFINITIVE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 17 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does DEFINITIVE mean?

  1. adjective

    clearly defined or formulated

    “the plain and unequivocal language of the laws”

  2. adjective

    of recognized authority or excellence

    “the definitive work on Greece”

  3. adjective

    supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement

    “a definitive verdict”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

17

Scrabble

19

Words With Friends

10

Letters

D (2) + E (1) + F (4) + I (1) + N (1) + I (1) + T (1) + I (1) + V (4) + E (1) = 17 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for DEFINITIVE

Single letters that turn DEFINITIVE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks1

Words you can make from DEFINITIVE

The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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